Catholic Connection

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. speaks on the anti-America and anti-Israel protests taking place in America. We revisit the conversion story of Trent Vecchiarino.

A Harvard professor is suggesting the decline in church attendance caused our mental health crisis. Chuck Gaidica is here to discuss this with Teresa today.

Fr. Ray Atwood tells us why he believes the controversy over Humanae Vitae could have been avoided. Daniel Blomberg from Becket explains how nuns are leading the charge against New York’s abortion mandate.

Kelly Wahlquist from WINE talks about a Women’s Italy pilgrimage this fall and the “Wisdom from Women in Scripture” book. Mary Delaney tells us about Malta Camp USA.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. comments on the new Vatican document, Dignitas Infinita. Popular Catholic speaker Mark Hart promotes the “Encounter” Bible Timeline study for middle schoolers.

José Carlos González-Hurtado discusses his new book, “New Scientific Evidence for the Existence of God.” Joan Lewis has the latest Vatican news.

Dcn. Dominic Cerrato expresses his desire that the voices of Deacons be heard at the upcoming Synod. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk comments on Dignitas Infinita, a new Vatican document on gender transition, surrogacy and abortion.

Bishop Francis Kalabat speaks out on President Biden’s Trans Visibility Day proclamation. Pro-life warrior Kristan Hawkins joins us to talk about the Vatican’s statement on human dignity and President Trump’s abortion comments.

EWTN’s Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Bill Donohue addresses the controversy with religious Easter eggs and the White House.

Tom Nash is the author of “To Whom Shall We Go?: The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church.” Cece & Jennifer Breen tell us all about Girl Friday 4 God.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks about Wilton Cardinal Gregory calling President Biden a “cafeteria Catholic.” Joan Lewis has the latest Pope Francis/Vatican news.

Greg & Julie Alexander join us with tips on how to strength your marriage. Fr. Joseph Fessio from Ignatius Press tells us about a new endeavor for children called Ignatius Book Fairs.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Julia Wade and Fr. Frankie Cicero.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Michael New and Fr. Robert Spitzer.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks to us about Holy Thursday and the words of Jesus: “This is my body.” Keith Claytor is an EWTN listener and he tells us how he is joining the Church because of EWTN programming.

John Hale from Corporate Travel and David Jurcak (President of the Grand Hotel) join us to promote the Grand Getaway this summer. Michael New talks about the demand for chemical abortions. Joan Lewis has the latest Pope Francis news.

Katherine Talalas from the USCCB speaks about a call to prayer as the SCOTUS hears a case on abortion drugs. Francis Maier is the author of “True Confessions: Voices of Faith from a Life in the Church.” Joe Mattheisen promotes a pilgrimage with the Rome Boys.

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is back to discuss the latest Diocesan statements and policies on transgenderism. Megan Griffin cheers a Texas law that will shield kids from pornography. Gail Buckley has our Bible verse of the week.

EWTN’s Doug Keck is back to tell us about the special programming coming up on the network. Sr. Joseph Andrew promotes the January 2025 Good News Cruise. It’s not too early to sign up!

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. helps us get the most out of the remaining days in Lent. Michele Sagarino from Cross Catholic Outreach talks to Teresa about their “Wells of Salvation” clean water challenge.

Dr. Monica Miller has two important topics: The 20th anniversary of Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ,” plus a CVS/Walgreens boycott coming up. Joan Lewis has the latest Vatican news.

Fr. Mark-Mary Ames is the author of “The Father: 30 Meditations to Draw You Into the Heart of God.” Teresa talks about St. Joseph with the assistance of Bishop Robert Barron.

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses NHS England announcing children will no longer get puberty blockers. Julia Wade talks about her “Joseph’s Workshop” board book. Gail Buckley has our Bible verse of the week.

EWTN’s Doug Keck is back to tell us about special programming coming up on the network! Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. The producer of “Cabrini,” Leo Severino, joins us with an update on the film.

Dr. Marcel van der Watt with ways sex trafficking can end. Teresa revisits St. John Paul II’s Papal Letter to Women. Gail Buckley has a Bible verse for our week.

Dr. Jeff Kleck tells us about a new Catholic research university, CatholicTech, opening in Castel Gandolfo. Maureen Ferguson talks about how we can protect kids from the dangers of smartphones.

Kallie Fell from the Center for Bioethics and Culture talks about her new book, “The Detransition Diaries.” Gail Buckley Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

EWTN’s Doug Keck talks about special programming coming up on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Bill Donohue from the Catholic League looks at Biden’s State of the Union speech and his push for abortion.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. and Teresa talk about St. Frances Cabrini, the focus of the new film “Cabrini.” We then speak with the film’s director, Alejandro Monteverde.

Teresa promotes “Cabrini,” coming to theaters on Friday, with clips from a Q&A she attended with the filmmakers. Dr. John Di Camillo shares concerns about lax ‘brain-death’ standards.

Fr. Frankie Cicero is a priest in Arizona. He joins Teresa today to share his powerful journey back to the Catholic Church and the priesthood.

Arielle Del Turco, director of the Center for Religious Liberty at Family Research Council looks at their newest edition of its Hostility Against Churches report showing that religious intimidations continue to increase. Marge Fenelon shares her new book, Behold Your Mother: Marian Stations of the Cross.

Doug Keck talks us about special programming coming up on EWTN TV. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Eustace Wolfington is the executive producer of “Cabrini.” He tells us about the movie coming to theaters March 8th.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. discusses the Catholic teaching on in vitro fertilization in light of the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that embryos are children.

John Bursch talks about his book on the Church and gender ideology. He also promotes the upcoming Familiaris Consortio. Joan Lewis has the latest news concerning the health of Pope Francis.

The Catholic League’s Bill Donohue weighs in on the trans funeral controversy at St. Patrick’s. Michael New talks about pro-abort’s being divided on their 2024 strategy.

Brad Wilcox is the author of “Get Married.” Chris Faddis shows how trans ideology is harming vulnerable patients. Ken Ogorek has co-authored a Biblical devotional with Dr. Scott Hahn.

Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on EWTN. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Claire Bettag and Macy Gunnell update us on what’s been happening at St. Mary’s College since their trans policy fallout.

Fr. Mitch discusses the situation at St. Patrick's Cathedral and the fallout from that. In addition, he discusses Scripture.

Maureen Ferguson talks about how we can protect kids from the dangers of smartphones. Joan Lewis reports on the latest news out of the Vatican.

Chuck Gaidica talks about navigating your second half of life and his upcoming appearance on EWTN TV. Dr. Matthew Bunson updates us on the Synodal Way project in Germany.

Fr. Josh Johnson talks about the Grand Getaway coming up this summer from Corporate Travel. Chris Faddis tells us how transgender ideology is harming the vulnerable. Gail Buckley Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

Doug Keck tells us about special programming coming up on EWTN. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Dr. Jeff Kleck tells us about a new Catholic research university, #CatholicTech, opening in Castel Gandolfo.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. has a new “Commentary on the Book of Isaiah” to tell us about. Bobby Schindler discusses end of life laws and politics from a Catholic point of view.

Greg and Julie Alexander return to provide ways to foster spiritual intimacy in your marriage during Lent. Joan Lewis gives us the latest news out of the Vatican.

Fr. Chris Alar helps us prepare for Lent! Dr. Greg Popcak from “More 2 Life” breaks down a new study about the factors that enable Catholic parents to raise faithful adult Catholics.

Dr. Ray Guarendi reacts to the verdict for Jennifer Crumbley and what this means for future school shootings. Kelly Wahlquist with the WINE book club and webinar. Gail Buckley Barringer presents our Bible verse of the week.

Fact checking so called studies and sourcing.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa discusses immigration.

Fr. Mike Schmitz On The Good News Cruise (Encore)

Ken and Signe Castel join us from Dallas where they are giving a workshop on couple #prayer. Arielle Del Turco with a report on the intensifying intolerance toward Christians in the West.

Nancy Bandzuch about a new series on catholic parenting from the Augustine Institute. Vicki Herout on a Lenten campaign to pray the Stations of the Cross for priests. Gail Buckley’s Bible verse of the week

Teresa talks to Lauren Joyce on the Good News Cruise about the many resources available from Ascension Press. We revisit Kerry Johnston from Kolbe Prison Ministries and Jacob Imam on the College of St. Joseph the Worker.

Teresa is live aboard the Good News Cruise! This hour she is joined by Fr. Mike Schmitz, Fr. Ryan Mann, Fr. Frankie Cicero and Joe Matthisen.

Fr. Robert Spitzer is back to discuss the topics behind his new book, “Science, Reason, and Faith: Discovering the Bible.”

Teresa is live aboard the Good News Cruise in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. This hour she is joined by Archbishop Joseph Naumann, Fr. Frankie Cicero and Deacon Jason & Rachel Bulman.

Steve Ray joins us today to talk about the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul. It is Catholic Schools Week, so Kevin Murphy from the Cardinal Newman Society is here!

Doug Keck joins us to make sure we know about special programming coming up on EWTN. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Revisiting the news re: St. Mary’s College with Claire Bettag and Macy Gunnell.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. discusses pro-life messaging and the Catholic response to new pro-abortion measures from President Joe Biden. Kerry Johnston tells us all about Kolbe Prison Ministries.

Mark Randall previews the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast happening Feb 8th. Melissa Henson says Congress needs to stop Big Tech preying on children. Joan Lewis has the latest Vatican news.

Camille Pauley with Healing the Culture unveils their “Forbidden Discussions” video series. Dr. Michelle Stanford is the new president of the Catholic Medical Association.

Dr. Ray Guarendi is back with another book, “Standing Strong: Good Discipline Makes Great Teens.” He tells us about it. Gail Buckley Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

Dr. Mary Healy from Sacred Heart Major Seminary is a contributor to the book, “Wisdom from Women in Scripture.” Eva Muntean is with the Walk for Life West Coast taking place Saturday January 20th.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. talks about Mother Angelica and the importance of EWTN covering pro-life events like the March for Life. Joan Lewis has the latest news out of the Vatican.

Dr. Marcel Van Der Watt on the evils of sex trafficking and how he believes it can end. Matt and Sarah Effhauser share their story of adopting a boy with Down Syndrome.

Lauren Muzyka with Sidewalk Advocates for Life joins us to talk about their work and other pro-life news. W. Joseph DeReuil with the Irish Rover talks about their paper winning a defamation lawsuit brought against it.

Doug Keck shares the latest on special programming coming up on EWTN. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Mark Middendorf talks about a new adoration initiative at Ave Maria University.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. on church history and the laity’s role in troubled times. St. Mary’s College students Claire Bettag and Macy Gunnell discuss the school’s attempt to add trans-women to the all girls school.

Dr. Matthew Bunson is back to address the controversy around Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández’s explicit book from the 1990s. Joan Lewis covers other important news out of the Vatican.

Bethany Meola is co-author with her husband of a book helping adult children of divorce or separation. Eva Muntean is with the Walk for Life West Coast taking place Saturday January 20th.

Dr. Matthew Bunson on the recent conference about Pope Benedict XVI and the Vatican's response to the same-sex blessing backlash. Katie Daniel reports that a federal court blocked President Biden from forcing doctors to perform abortions.

Guest host Vanessa Denha Garmo speaks with Doug Keck about EWTN's upcoming programming. Joseph Vazquez on the AP pretending to be neutral on climate change. Kelly Lester shares the dangers of abortion pills.

Fr. Dwight Longenecker joins Teresa Tomeo.

Seeking Truth in 2024.

Guest host Vanessa Denha Garmo speaks with Fr. John Waiss about his book, “Bible Mary: The Mother of Jesus in the Word of God.” Nicole Joyce from the AOD talks about the “52 Sundays” resource for 2024.

EWTN’s Doug Keck joins us with news of special programming on the network. Teresa recommends four books for you. Stephanie Gray Connors talks about her new book, “My Body For You.”

Did the Vatican just allow blessings for same-sex unions? And what is the latest from the #Vatican on #Cremation? Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. weighs in on priests being able to bless same-sex couples. Fr. Josh Johnson talks about the Litany of Letting Go, a great prayer for not only Advent but all year long.

Popular Catholic author and pilgrimage leader, Steve Ray, joins us to address popular Bethlehem myths. Joan Lewis is back with the latest news out of the Vatican.

Dr. Matthew Bunson addressing the news of priests being able to bless same-sex couples. Dr. Scott Hahn on the Grand Getaway 2024 and his book “Catholics in Exile.” Joseph Pearce with “The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful.”

Fr. Joseph Thomas, Chaplain at Mercer House in Princeton, New Jersey talks about Vatican II’s Decree on the Mass Media, 60 Years Later. Then Gail Buckley Barringer give the Bible Verse of the Week

EWTN’s Doug Keck joins us with news of special programming on the network. Teresa’s Fact Check Friday segment. Kelly Wahlquist tells us about “Wisdom from Women in Scripture.”

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. discusses a study that says teens are more likely to be mentally healthy if they have Conservative parents. Dr. Barbara Nicolosi reviews Disney’s new movie, “Wish.”

Anthony Coniglio - EWTN program of music and reflections airing during Advent and Christmas Then Michele Bowe, President of the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation and the Order of Malta’s Ambassador to Palestine on how the war is affecting the birthplace of Jesus.

Fr. Eugene O’Donnell is joined by Ken & Signe Castel to promote a Couple Prayer series taking place in Irving, TX in January. Joseph and Monique González tell us about “Guadalupe and the Flower World Prophecy.”

Kevin Bagatta updates us on the pro-life battles happening in Pennsylvania. Fr. John Riccardo talks the 2024 Grand Getaway, Acts XXIX and other news!

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. discusses the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Mark Hartfiel from Paradisus Dei is back to remind us about the “Mysteries of the Rosary” series.

Dr. Monica Miller joins us to talk about Pope Francis asking theologians to help ‘de-masculinize’ the church. Katie Daniel on the Biden administration aiming to cut pregnancy centers’ family assistance funds.

Greg & Julie Alexander are here to help make sure your marriage isn’t neglected in the chaos of the holidays. Joan Lewis joins us for the latest news out of the Vatican.

Katie Zulanas from the Couple to Couple League announces their new NFP program for young couples. Lori Windham tells us of a Catholic parish in Michigan fighting to protect its religious mission. Gail Buckley Barringer has our weekly Bible verse.

Advent starts this weekend and we’ve got Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. to get us ready. Steve Ray tells us about St. Andrew on this, his feast day.

Dr. Jay W. Richards talks with Teresa about “God’s Grandeur: The Catholic Case for Intelligent Design.” Joan Lewis is back with the latest Vatican news concerning Pope Francis, Cardinal Burke and more.

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute asks if ‘conversion therapy’ should be banned all over the world. Michael Vacca on the Uniform Law Commission expanding euthanasia.

Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers is back with a new book providing the Catholic response to racism. Michael O’Neill has a new EWTN series called “Hidden Gems” debuting today. Gail Buckley has our Bible verse of the week.

Best of “Catholic Connection” with Corporate Travel’s John Hale and Melissa Henson from the Parents Television and Media Council.

Teresa Tomeo, host of Catholic Connection is a dynamic Professional Speaker and local Media Personality. She discusses social issues, media awareness, and interviews

Dr. Stephen Doran is the author of “To Die Well: A Catholic Neurosurgeon’s Guide to the End of Life.” Chris Faddis reflects on 30 years of RFRA. Gail Buckley Barringer has our Bible verse of the week.

Miriam Grossman, MD – “Lost in Trans Nation: A Child Psychiatrist's Guide Out of the Madness” Then Dr. Peter Williamson from Sacred Heart Major Seminary promotes a free online course for Advent that begins Sunday

Guest host Vanessa Denha Garmo speaks with Dr. Brian Clowes from Human Life International about the bright future in Africa for pro-life Catholics. Joan Lewis has the latest news out of the Vatican.

Guest host Vanessa Denha Garmo speaks with Colleen Pressprich about “The Jesse Tree for Families,” a way to celebrate the liturgical season with your children. Fr. Michael Rossmann promotes the new Cloisters Ignatian Prayer app!